By Dianne R. DavisThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Photos by Dianne R. Davis or Burt Davis unless otherwise indicated.

Strip headliners will come together on September 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.to support a woman in need. Cathy Maclellan was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis over 30 years ago. This autoimmune disease took over her relationships, athleticism, career and her life. Even after 17 surgeries - eight of them on her back - Cathy lives in daily pain from inflammation and fatigue from battling this illness. Her medication co-pays total over $800 a month and she is responsible for 20% of all other medical costs.

Cathy MaclellanPhoto credit: Patricia Dockswell

“I can’t imagine my life without these medications.” Maclellan said. “I just need a little help so that my remaining days will be good. I can only hope they find a cure for this crippling disease …I put on a happy face and hope for some quality of life, which these medications provide.”

Knowing that she has three surgeries before the year ends (including a total knee replacement), the money from this benefit will go 100% towards helping Cathy cover the expense of surgery and medication.

Bob Anderson, star of Frank The Man The Music is bringing his talent to the benefit. Add the vocals of Chadwick Johnson, the songs and entertainment of Clint Holmes and Kelly Clinton-Holmes, and the fun and performing of the Scintas and you have a show worthy of any stage in Las Vegas. In addition, you can enjoy the music of the band led by Bob Anderson's musical director Vincent Falcone including Jess Gopen, Mike Clark, Bob Sachs, Keith Neal, and Paul Von Adam.

Bob AndersonPhoto credit: Dianne R. Davis

Chadwick JohnsonPhoto credit: Dianne R. Davis

Clint HolmesPhoto credit: Jerry Metellus

Kelly Clinton HolmesPhoto credit: Shawn Int Blair

The show will be held in the popular Italian American Club at 2335 East Sahara and the cost is ony $25 per person. This includes not only the entertainment, but a light buffet as well. Cathy's good friend Patricia Dockswell is spearheading the drive to help her friend.

There are options for donations. PayPal account using link: http://bit.ly/1NWONcZ. Or donors may go to NV state bank: Cathy L MacLellan donation account. Other options are to mail a check to Cathy or pick up a ticket at IAC or by calling Patricia 702-326-8278.

For ticket information, contact The Italian American Club 2335 E. Sahara, 89104 702-467-3866 www.iacvegas.com (Beverages not included). For more information, contact Patricia Dockswell 702-326-8278 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.